This special book is a re-issue of Daido Moriyama’s iconic 1982 book titled “Light & Shadow”. Following a ten-year break in publishing, Moriyama returned with this book which became a renowned reference in his career. The legendary japanese photographer is well-known for his quintessential black and white shots and observation of urban life, in Japan and across the world. Light & Shadow marks an evolution in Moriyama’s practice, with a clear focus on objects, high-contrast style, and growing interest in abstract shapes. The book is designed in a pocket-size format yet the images hold this atmospheric power and transcend the… Read more
This special book is a re-issue of Daido Moriyama’s iconic 1982 book titled “Light & Shadow”.
Following a ten-year break in publishing, Moriyama returned with this book which became a renowned reference in his career.
The legendary japanese photographer is well-known for his quintessential black and white shots and observation of urban life, in Japan and across the world.
Light & Shadow marks an evolution in Moriyama’s practice, with a clear focus on objects, high-contrast style, and growing interest in abstract shapes.
The book is designed in a pocket-size format yet the images hold this atmospheric power and transcend the viewer, despite being printed on small pages.
